“Can money really buy happiness, or just comfort?” Let’s find out in today’s episode.
Welcome back to the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Disha Spath. In this episode, we're doing something special—a collaborative episode with Dr. Elisa Chiang, host of the Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast. Dr. Elisa is a practicing oculoplastic surgeon, certified life coach, and founder of Grow Your Wealthy Mindset, where she empowers physicians to take control of their finances and live with intention.
In this joint episode, we dive deep into the intersection of money, happiness, and intentional living. Together, we explore how financial wellness supports happiness—but why it's not the whole picture. From personal insights on spending habits to reflections on physician burnout and values-driven choices, this conversation unpacks what it truly means to live a wealthy life—and find financial independence as physicians.
Key Topics Covered:
1. Does Money Buy Happiness?
Why money contributes to happiness—but doesn’t guarantee it.
2. Value-Based Spending
How aligning your spending with your values brings more satisfaction.
When purchases become liabilities—emotionally and financially.
3. Physician Wellness for Doctors
The pressure to “upgrade” lifestyle post-training and finding the path to financial wellness.
4. Trading Time for Money (Is It Worth It?)
Why more income doesn’t always mean more happiness.
How to eliminate lifestyle inflation and regain control of your finances.
5. Money and Happiness
Why achieving happiness as a physician requires active, ongoing work.
How coaching and self-reflection can lead to real balance.
Listener Takeaways:
- How to align money with your definition of a meaningful life.
- Why physicians often tie self-worth to income—and how to break free.
- Practical ways to build happiness into your financial journey.
- How to stop trading time for money and start living intentionally.
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About the Co-Host:
Dr. Elisa Chiang is a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon, life coach, and host of the Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast. She helps physicians take charge of their money and mindset to build a life of purpose, balance, and true wealth.
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Host: Dr. Disha Spath, The Frugal Physician
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